Life in the Sixth Form
The transition from Year 11 to the Sixth Form can be a huge step for many students. Here at The Lakes School we encourage independent learning. Our enthusiastic staff are committed to providing the essential skills for the move into higher education or employment. Despite a more relaxed atmosphere, we consistently strive to maintain the important balance between work and play, enforcing a strong work ethic. In addition to our academic courses, we offer many other opportunities throughout the Sixth Form.
Student Council
The Student Council is the student voice, made up of students from every year up and down the school. Representatives are democratically elected, and the council meets regularly with members of the school’s Senior Leadership Team to discuss issues raised by either students or staff.
The Sixth Form is also represented at governors’ meetings by the Head Boy and Head Girl.
Charity Events
The main thrust of charity fund raising in the school takes place through the Sixth Form Charity Committee. This busy yet enjoyable part of life in the Sixth Form is centred on organising events and setting personal targets to raise money for specific charities.
World Challenge
Some of our Sixth Form students have taken part in an exciting expedition to Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands, a truly character-building experience. Previously, students have undertaken an expedition to Malawi. Students raise money to finance a large proportion of their costs and benefit tremendously from such an outstanding experience.
Sport
Outdoor education is a huge part of The Lakes School due to the location of our school and our passion for the activities. A diverse range of indoor and outdoor activities is available throughout the week, both during and after school time.
Visits and visitors
Throughout the year different subjects offer a variety of educational visits. This gives students the opportunity to enhance their subject knowledge as well as offering the chance to undertake new experiences.
In addition we try to bring a wide range of visitors into school to talk and work with our students.
The school also enjoys an annual ski trip to the Alps every February.
Career Mentoring Scheme
In order to help our students access as much information and advice as possible to help them progress towards their chosen career path, the school offers a Career Mentoring Scheme. The scheme gives students an opportunity to meet with local contacts from different professions and trades, often on a one to one basis, who are willing to share their professional knowledge, insider information and experience to help students make the right decisions regarding their careers.
Social events
Another highlight of the year is undoubtedly the Summer Leavers’ Ball, organised by the Sixth Form. It provides students and staff with an opportunity to relax and celebrate the end of a hard year.